Job Description

Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia is searching for a Full-Time Mobility Mentor for our Engagement Department. This position is based out of our Norfolk office. The primary job of the Mobility Mentor is to engage with a client’s entire family while coaching, preparing, and encouraging the head of household on her journey towards self-sufficiency through goal setting. The Mentor will work in conjunction with the Participant to identify strengths and problem solving around areas of challenges.

The ideal candidate for this role will possess strong communication, interpersonal, negotiation and mediation skills. Will provide planning, facilitation, and care coordination. As well as collaborating with the process of assessment, evaluation, and advocacy for options and services to meet an individual’s comprehensive needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, & Outlook, and general filing and administrative tasks.
• A minimum of two years of experience in case management or related field experience is required.
• Experience implementing motivational interviewing (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license with active car insurance.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and/or weekends when needed.

Duties

• Assist participants in setting goals related to housing, income, family and personal well-being, career, education, while recognizing that barriers to self-sufficiency are multi-faceted.
• Provide one-on-one coaching and mentoring with a holistic approach encompassing family strengths and challenges and assist in connecting participants and family members to appropriate resources.
• Assist participants in overcoming barriers through problem solving, conflict resolution, providing support, and motivational coaching.
• Meet with each participant at least monthly. Most meetings will be at participant homes or out in the community, and on a schedule that meets participant needs.
• Maintain core understanding and knowledge of coaching and mentoring practices.
• Ensure that all participants understand program guidelines and remain focused on self-sufficiency goals.
• Establish collaborative partnerships with other public and private agencies/services, and establish ongoing connections, resources and supports for participants.
• Assist in recruitment of participants and marketing throughout Southside Hampton Roads
• Complete ongoing training as required.

Benefits

• Salary $39,000 - $40,000 per year
• Full benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, 60% paid by CCEVA.
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement and more!

*Background checks and drug screenings are conducted for all staff positions. We are a drug free environment.If interested, please send cover letter and resume to: hr@cceva.org

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Norfolk, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person